You are using an out-of-date version of the Internet Explorer web browser. For a better experience on our website, please use a different web browser or update your Internet Explorer to version 8 or higher. Click here for more information.

The emerald Pacific waters, lush tropical rainforest and continually renewed volcanic landscapes of Costa Rica are home to an array of plant and animal species as diverse as can be found anywhere on earth. To truly learn about this natural abundance, and about the rich human culture that has developed around it, requires firsthand experience, a complete immersion in the environment by any means possible. From hiking to river rafting, from swimming to ocean kayaking, expand your mind and apply the body on a quest to enliven your spirit amid Costa Rica's tropical beauty, history and culture.

Highlights

• Hike on cloud forest trails in Poas Volcano National Park, site of the world's largest active crater.
• Canoe on the waterways of Tortuguero and paddle outrigger canoes along the Pacific coastline.
• Sway your hips, as you exercise and learn the steps to authentic Latin dance.

Program Notes

No single supplement for limited number of rooms April – December.Due to the nature of this program, listening devices are not available.

Itinerary Summary

Date Notes8/12/2015July - September is the nesting season for Green Sea Turtles in Costa Rica`s Tortuguero National Park. During this special time of year, the program will include a guided nighttime walk along Tortuguero Beach for an opportunity to observe sea turtles as they come ashore to lay eggs9/26/2015July - September is the nesting season for Green Sea Turtles in Costa Rica`s Tortuguero National Park. During this special time of year, the program will include a guided nighttime walk along Tortuguero Beach for an opportunity to observe sea turtles as they come ashore to lay eggs1/12/2016Can be taken in conjunction with Program #21436 -01/22/16, Walking & Wellness: Costa Rican Secrets of Longevity.1/25/2016Can be taken in conjunction with Program #21436 -02/04/16, Walking & Wellness: Costa Rican Secrets of Longevity.2/22/2016Can be taken in conjunction with Program #21436 -03/03/16, Walking & Wellness: Costa Rican Secrets of Longevity.

Need Help?

The latest in light, portable, easy-to-use QUIETVOX listening devices are available on Road Scholar programs.* Whether you are outdoors, in a crowd or in a museum environment where speaking loudly is discouraged, a listening device makes it feel like our experts are speaking clearly and directly to you. Hear for yourself on a Road Scholar adventure!

*Please note that due to the nature of some programs, the remote location or government regulations, listening devices may not be available. If you’d like to know for sure if your program will offer listening devices, just call and ask an Advisor!